Which one?

[rafterfp]

6.5 saum vs 6.5x284 in a 24 inch tube. Thoughts?

 

[MudRunner2005]

.260 Ackley

 

[bigngreen]

.260 Ackley

Way to stay on topic first reply out!!

 

[Greyfox]

Couldn't go wrong with either, but my preference would go to the 6.5x284. No problem generating velocities in the 2950-3050FPS range with 140gr VLD's in a 24" tube with a complete burn. Also, the readily available Lapua brass is superb.

 

[gohring3006]

Which ever one that would send the 147 ELD to 3000 fps.

 

[Varberger757]

Since I have no experience with the 6,5 Saum I would choose the well proven 6,5 x 284. No experiments if you know it gets the job done.

 

[toddc]

Depends on usage.
Long PBR go SAUM.
LR accuracy or any target go 284.

 

[ohiohunter]

Put it in perspective using a 24" tube. I have no personal exp w/ either, just on paper. What is gained or lost between the 2 choices?

 

[rafterfp]

I've got the 24 inch barrel was just gonna build another creed but decided I wanted some more gas, it will be on a long action. Just curious if anyone had any experience with the saum in a 24 inch tube? I know from experience that I'll lose a little with the 6.5/284 but it's negligible. But have zero experience with any of the short mags.

 

[MudRunner2005]

I've got the 24 inch barrel was just gonna build another creed but decided I wanted some more gas, it will be on a long action. Just curious if anyone had any experience with the saum in a 24 inch tube? I know from experience that I'll lose a little with the 6.5/284 but it's negligible. But have zero experience with any of the short mags.

If you want a short mag, build a 6.5 SS instead. Better cartridge, more velocity, better brass life.